Leave and Accommodations Specialist

Join the team at CPLC helping people through life's plot twists. Hiring remotely in CO for this position. Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is a non-profit organization and one of the largest Hispanic Community Development Corporations in the United States, committed to empowering individuals through health & human services, housing, education, and economic development.

About the role

You will serve as the primary administrator for the organization's leave of absence and workplace accommodation programs. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of leave and accommodation cases, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as organizational policies and procedures. You will act as the primary point of contact for employees, managers, healthcare providers, and third-party administrators regarding leave requests, disability-related accommodations, return-to-work processes, and related inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Interpret federal and state leave and benefits regulations and determine appropriate application in complex or ambiguous situations.
• Exercise independent judgment in approving, denying, or modifying leave determinations.
• In coordination with the Benefits Manager, resolve escalated employee cases where policy guidance is unclear or conflicting.
• Determine appropriate accommodation and leave paths in coordination with HR and legal guidance.
• Manage complex and high-risk leave cases involving overlapping regulations.
• Apply advanced knowledge and judgment beyond standardized procedures.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, PFML, USERRA, workers' compensation, state leave laws (CA and CO), and related regulations.
• Ability to interpret policies, regulations, and medical documentation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and HRIS/case management systems; ADP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and minimum of five (5) years’ experience administering corporate benefits and leave administration.
• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and minimum of three (3) years’ experience administering corporate benefits and leave administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and minimum of one (1) year experience administering corporate benefits and leave administration.
• Certification in benefits administration preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Professional certification such as CLMS, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or related HR certification (preferred).
• Experience working with third-party leave administrators and disability management programs (preferred).
• Experience with workers' compensation and return-to-work programs (preferred).

Benefits

• Generous Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits